2017 Specialized Diverge A1 vs 2019 Cannondale SuperX
The 51 is the Cannondale SuperX size closest to your 49 Specialized Diverge A1. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Cannondale SuperX
Compared with the Specialized Diverge A1 in 49, the Cannondale SuperX in 51 places the top of the head tube 6 mm higher and 7 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 22 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +6 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −7 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +22 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Diverge A1, 49Cannondale SuperX, 51Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge A1 49 | Cannondale SuperX 51 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 378mm | 371 | −7 mm |
| Stack | 529mm | 535 | +6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72° | 71 | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 74 | −1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 515mm | 524 | +9 mm |
| Chainstay length | 412mm | 422 | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 983mm | 1005 | +22 mm |
| BB drop | 73mm | 70 | −3 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 280 | +8 mm |
| Standover | 730mm | 773 | +43 mm |
| Seat tube length | 418mm | 488 | +70 mm |
| Fork length | 400mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 94mm | 110 | +16 mm |
Differences are the Cannondale SuperX minus the Specialized Diverge A1. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Diverge A1, 2019 Cannondale SuperX.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge A1Cannondale SuperX
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Diverge A1A1 | Cannondale SuperXDi2 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Claris R2400 | Shimano Ultegra hydro |
| Derailleur | Shimano Claris R2400 | Shimano XT Di2 GS |
| Chain | KMC Z7 | Shimano HG601 |
| Crankset | FSA Gossamer Pro | Cannondale HollowGram Si |
| Wheelset | Specialized Axis Sport | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Vittoria Terreno Mix TNT |
| Brake | Tektro Mira | Shimano Ultegra hydro, Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydro |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Fabric Scoop |
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale SuperX |
| Fork | not listed | SuperX |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | Cannondale PressFit30 |
| Hub | not listed | Cannondale HollowGram |
| Rim | not listed | Cannondale HollowGram Si |
| Handlebar | not listed | Cannondale C1 Ultralight |
| Stem | not listed | Cannondale C1 Ultralight |
| Seatpost | not listed | Cannondale SAVE |
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